Not only does the Atlanta Track Club organize the world’s largest 10K, but it also whips locals and visitors into shape at their annual Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon, 5K, One Mile & 50m Dash. Here are a few reasons why both spectators and runners should attend Atlanta’s Turkey Day tradition.

5 Reasons to Attend the Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon & 5K

You can eat as much as you can at the table without the guilt since you already worked off all those calories.

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Whether it’s wearing a turkey hat or dressing up as your favorite Thanksgiving dish, participants and attendees are known to arrive in style to celebrate the popular festivity.

The annual holiday race draws thousands of participants, which means a lot of cars and road closures. Plan ahead and take MARTA to the Georgia State rail stop then catch a bus (or enjoy a short walk) to Georgia State Stadium.

Since it is a consistently sold-out event year to year, the Atlanta Track Club advises runners to register online a week early to reserve their spot.

Run the race with ease by making a playlist the night before, studying the course map, and dressing in layers. Clothes that are shed at the starting line are washed and donated to charity.

Although the city is known for being rather warm, late November for us means low 60s to mid-50s temperatures. Depending on your natural comfort level, prepare by looking at the weather report ahead of time, dressing accordingly and bringing your own chairs and/or blankets.

Whether it’s noisemakers or home-made signs, Atlanta’s race spectators provide encouragement all throughout the course for runners. Get creative with your signs and banners; you can never have too much glitter.

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